The Eichler lab is exploring the relationship of mutant genes to specific biochemical defects and their contribution to neurodegeneration. Clinical research studies have defined disease progression in adrenoleukodystrophy, metachromatic leukodystrophy and Tay Sachs Disease. Read more on Dr. Eichler's website.

Current research is focused on a novel treatment for the disorder with the amino acid L-serine. Clinical trials indicate that L-serine, taken three times a day, can drastically lower the neurotoxic lipids that are the hallmark of HSAN1. Read more on Dr. Eichler's Harvard.edu website